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March 15, 2013

For America, Decline is a Choice

“In reality, decline is not a foregone conclusion but a deliberate political choice that builds from a failure to define what matters most to the nation.”

Samsung's Galaxy S4: 5 Things You NEED to Know

Samsung's Galaxy S4: 5 Things You NEED to Know

The Samsung Galaxy S4 is here. We bring you our rundown on the new smartphone.

The Shift: America's Energy Boom, China's Energy Need

The Shift: America's Energy Boom, China's Energy Need

As Beijing begins to overtake the US as the world’s top oil importer, how will geopolitics change?

Taking a Different View on China's Rise

Taking a Different View on China's Rise

Anka Lee gives us a personal take on China’s rise from past travels in the city of Dongguan.

A Point of No Return for the U.S.-Afghan Relationship?

A Point of No Return for the U.S.-Afghan Relationship?

Afghan President Hamid Karzai has accused the U.S. of working with the Taliban. A diplomatic tailspin ensues.

Italy Refuses to Send Accused Marines Back to India for Trial

Italy Refuses to Send Accused Marines Back to India for Trial

Italy’s refusal to return two marines accused of murder in India has sparked a diplomatic row.

Tibet on Fire: Self-Immolations Rising

Tibet on Fire: Self-Immolations Rising

Self-immolations by Tibetan monks have spiked with China’s leadership change. Beijing continues to ignore their message.

Tan Twan Eng Wins Man Asian Literary Prize

Tan Twan Eng Wins Man Asian Literary Prize

The Man Asian Literary Prize may be losing its sponsor, but Asian literature is ascending.

Sea Power in Literature: Melville's White-Jacket

Sea Power in Literature: Melville's White-Jacket

“Melville’s storytelling speaks volumes about why navies are the tradition-bound services they are.”

East Asia's New Peacemaker: Mongolia?

East Asia's New Peacemaker: Mongolia?

From provocations coming from North Korea to various island spats, East Asia is rife with hotspots. Could Mongolia play a role?

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